Land Surveyor - Utility Infrastructure

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 122,760 - 189,720; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking a Land Surveyor for Utility Infrastructure in Dubai, specializing in stormwater drainage and microtunneling works. This full-time position requires a minimum of 7 years experience, specifically in conducting and managing topographic and control surveys.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or Bachelor's in Surveying or Civil Engineering, with RTA certification. Join us to work on impactful projects using advanced survey technology to contribute to the development of sustainable urban infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in surveying and setting‑out for infrastructure projects.
• RTA approval and certification for Microtunneling Works is mandatory.
• Strong mathematical ability and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct topographic and control surveys for infrastructure projects.
• Monitor microtunneling drive alignment and verify as-built surveys.
• Collaborate with contractors and site personnel to resolve survey discrepancies.

Skills

Land surveying

Utility infrastructure surveying

Stormwater drainage works

Microtunneling works

Deep pipeline surveying

Shaft construction surveying

Tunnel alignment monitoring

Setting‑out surveys

Topographic surveys

Control surveys

Survey control points

Coordinate systems

Datum control

Vertical alignment verification

RTA standards

DEWA standards

Survey instrument calibration

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Surveying or Civil Engineering

Minimum 3 years Diploma in Civil or Surveying discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GPS

Total Station

Modern surveying software

Job description

Land Surveyor - Utility Infrastructure

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Civil Engineering

Function: Surveying

Experience: Minimum 7 years

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: 11000-17000 (Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.)

Overview

Land Surveyor - Utility Infrastructure in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Civil Engineering opportunity for an experienced surveying professional with strong capability in stormwater drainage, microtunneling works, deep pipeline construction, control surveys, setting‑out activities, and tunnel alignment monitoring. This role is suited for a technically accurate surveyor who can verify coordinates, levels, pipe inverts, shaft locations, and as‑built records while ensuring compliance with RTA, DM, DEWA, and UAE infrastructure standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct topographic, control, and setting‑out surveys for infrastructure projects involving stormwater drainage, utilities, pipelines, and microtunneling works.
• Establish, verify, and maintain survey control points, benchmarks, reference grids, coordinate systems, and datum controls.
• Review approved drawings, alignment data, references, and project requirements before carrying out survey activities.
• Perform accurate measurements for horizontal alignments, vertical alignments, pipe inverts, tunnel drives, shaft locations, and civil work interfaces.
• Monitor microtunneling drive alignment, breakthrough coordinates, and allowable tolerances during underground construction operations.
• Conduct as‑built surveys and verify contractor as‑built drawings, field measurements, final levels, and completed work coordinates.
• Maintain updated survey records, field books, digital data files, calculation sheets, reports, and measurement documentation.
• Collaborate with contractors, supervision teams, engineers, and site personnel to resolve survey discrepancies or alignment deviations.
• Verify and certify survey results for measurement sheets, interim payments, completed works, and progress verification.
• Participate in pre‑construction meetings, progress meetings, and technical coordination sessions to provide survey status updates and required actions.
• Ensure health and safety compliance during all field operations, especially around deep excavations, shafts, tunnel works, and active utility corridors.
• Calibrate and maintain survey instruments according to project quality assurance procedures and equipment control standards.
• Use AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GPS, Total Station, and surveying software to process, validate, and manage survey data.
• Provide survey support during testing, commissioning, and handover stages by verifying final coordinates, levels, and as‑built information.
• Apply RTA, DM, DEWA, and UAE construction standards while performing surveys for utility and infrastructure projects in Dubai.

Ideal Profile

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in surveying and setting‑out for infrastructure projects.
• Relevant university or college qualification, including minimum 3 years Diploma in Civil or Surveying discipline.
• RTA approval and certification for Microtunneling Works is mandatory.
• RTA or DM approval is mandatory.
• Strong experience in stormwater drainage, deep pipeline works, shaft construction, tunnel alignment monitoring, and microtunneling activities.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GPS, Total Station, and modern surveying software.
• Strong understanding of coordinate systems, datum control, vertical alignment verification, control networks, and field measurement accuracy.
• Familiarity with RTA, DM, and DEWA standards for utility and infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of UAE construction standards and procedures, particularly in Dubai.
• Strong mathematical ability, problem‑solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Good physical fitness for regular fieldwork activities.
• Valid driver's license.
• Clear communication skills for coordinating with contractors, engineers, supervision teams, and project stakeholders.

Skills Set

• Land surveying
• Utility infrastructure surveying
• Stormwater drainage works
• Microtunneling works
• Deep pipeline surveying
• Shaft construction surveying
• Tunnel alignment monitoring
• Setting‑out surveys
• Topographic surveys
• Control surveys
• Survey control points
• Benchmarks
• Reference grids
• Coordinate systems
• Datum control
• Vertical alignment verification
• Horizontal alignment verification
• Pipe invert measurement
• Breakthrough coordinate checking
• As‑built surveys
• AutoCAD
• Civil 3D
• GPS
• Total Station
• Surveying software
• Field books
• Digital survey records
• Measurement sheets
• Interim payment verification
• RTA standards
• DM standards
• DEWA standards
• Survey instrument calibration

Why Join Us

This opportunity gives a Land Surveyor the chance to work on technically demanding utility and microtunneling projects in Dubai, where precision, authority compliance, and reliable field data are essential to successful infrastructure delivery. The role offers strong exposure to stormwater systems, underground utilities, tunnel alignment verification, contractor coordination, and advanced survey technology. It is a strong fit for a survey professional who wants to deepen specialist experience in Civil Engineering infrastructure while contributing to resilient urban development.

About the Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering planning, design, engineering, environmental, program management, construction management, and advisory services across major sectors. In Dubai and across the Middle East, AECOM supports transportation, water, buildings, energy, environmental, and utility infrastructure projects through multidisciplinary technical expertise and practical project delivery experience. The company helps clients deliver sustainable, resilient, and high‑performing infrastructure for growing communities.